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T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Dec 28, 2021 11:41 am
by erichevy
I have a few T3 "runners" so I have collected quite a few parts of the years. My daughter is getting to the age where I thought I'd put a truck together for her too. After digging thru my stuff I discovered I have enough parts to build a truck with almost all new parts. I figured I might as well build a "shelfer" while I'm at it!
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Dec 28, 2021 8:59 pm
by scr8p
Yeah, nice stash of parts.

I'm about done putting a T3 together for outdoor season. Gotta make a battery strap, paint the body, wheels/tires, and gather some electrics yet. I have a few months to get that all done.

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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Wed Dec 29, 2021 5:53 pm
by Ironhead888
I have some OEM Associated battery straps if anyone needs one.

Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2022 5:02 pm
by erichevy
Started assembly today. Everything but the hinge pins, ball studs, and a few screws are all brand new.

I'll work on the trans next.
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2022 5:03 pm
by erichevy
Pics continued....
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2022 5:26 pm
by jwscab
looks great!!

Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Mon Jan 03, 2022 9:40 pm
by erichevy
Added new rear hubs.... all the hinge pins, ball studs, and bearings were used, as well as the CVD's. I'm trying to recycle parts that are usable and look new :)
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2022 1:07 pm
by erichevy
Getting close to being a roller! Need to assemble shocks next!
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2022 2:14 pm
by erichevy
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2022 6:53 pm
by Lavigna
Cool build you've got. I've become a big fan of the T3/B2/3 series over the past year. I am nearly done with my T3, and currently working on my B3.

Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2022 8:31 pm
by erichevy
Lavigna wrote: Tue Jan 04, 2022 6:53 pm Cool build you've got. I've become a big fan of the T3/B2/3 series over the past year. I am nearly done with my T3, and currently working on my B3.
That's nice! I believe you picked up a B3 from me in 2021. My all new build I did similar to my T3 build here..... Kinda miss the B3 now, lol.

Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2022 8:33 pm
by RC10th
That's looking good 8)

Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Tue Jan 04, 2022 9:26 pm
by erichevy
Thanks! I officially have a roller now. Maybe the blue springs are over the top with too much blue.....
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Re: T3 Build from a Stash of Old Parts and a Pile of New Parts

Posted: Wed Jan 05, 2022 2:13 am
by Lavigna
erichevy wrote: Tue Jan 04, 2022 8:31 pm
Lavigna wrote: Tue Jan 04, 2022 6:53 pm Cool build you've got. I've become a big fan of the T3/B2/3 series over the past year. I am nearly done with my T3, and currently working on my B3.
That's nice! I believe you picked up a B3 from me in 2021. My all new build I did similar to my T3 build here..... Kinda miss the B3 now, lol.
Yeah, that B3 is waiting for a few upgrades to bring it more in line with my T3. It's a great car, super clean.

Your T3 just keeps getting better. Keep it up. Thanks.